Physical Therapist Assistant
Company: Vital Caring Group
Location: Port Saint Lucie
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Overview Provides coordinated physical therapy to patients of all
age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
Participates in the coordination of care. ResponsibilitiesProvides
services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan
of care, as developed, delegated, and supervised by the Physical
Therapist. Completes appropriate documentation in a timely
mannerAdministers non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic
exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water
and electrical modalities to patientsApplies concepts of infection
control and standard precautions in performing patient care
activities to prevent contamination and transmission of
diseaseCoordinates care and documents coordination with all
involved disciplines and supervising therapist involved in the care
of the patient as needed and appropriateUses effective
interpersonal relations and communication skills to provide patient
and care giver educationMeets mandatory continuing education
requirementsPromotes compliance with all fiscal intermediary and/or
other third-party payors, through education, coaching, and other
assistance as necessaryDemonstrates commitment, professional
growth, and competencyParticipates in the Agency's QAPI
programParticipates in Agency-sponsored in-service trainingPromotes
the Agency philosophy and administrative policiesDemonstrates
commitment, professional growth, and competency
Environmental/Working Conditions: Works in a health care facility
or patients' homes in various conditions; possible exposure to
blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work a
flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to
unpleasant weather. Qualifications Education:Graduate of an
accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate
Degree in Physical Therapy Licensure: Current State License or a
multi-state license issued by a state member of the Physical
Therapist Licensure Compact (PTLC), if practicing in a state member
of the PTLC, to practice Physical Therapy, or if licensure does not
apply, meets one of the requirements listed in 42 CFR -484.115(I)
Experience:One year experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant
preferred. Skills:Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy
Practice Act and other regulatory agencies Good interpersonal
skills Proof of current CPR Knowledge of durable medical equipment
Transportation:Reliable transportationCurrent Driver's LicenseValid
and current auto liability insurance Physical, Mental,
Miscellaneous Demands:Ability to do heavy lifting, bending,
pulling, pushing, and standing. Prolonged standing and walking
requiredRequires working under some stressful conditions to meet
deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient and family
individualized psychosocial needsRequires hand-eye coordination and
manual dexterityMust have and maintain valid Driver's License, and
proof of current valid auto liability insuranceRequires current CPR
certificate, and the ability to maintain a current CPR
certificateRequires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force
occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up
to 10 pounds continuously to move objectsWork deals mostly with
areas such as preparing and reading data and figures, records,
reports, visual inspection involving small details. Although
important, depth perception and field of vision (peripheral) are
not as critical as the ability to distinguish small details and
markings very near to the observerRequires ability to grasp, pull,
push, carry or otherwise manipulate objects; ability to perform
tasks requiring action of muscles or groups of muscles and foot
and/or hand-eye coordinationRequires ability to communicate clearly
and make self-understood effectively in face-to-face interactions;
articulate with accuracy to communicate using phoneRequires ability
to hear and receive verbal instructions correctly, answer phones,
communicate professionally with people in situations with some
background noiseRequires ability to concentrate on fine detail with
frequent interruption; ability to focus attention on tasks for
10-20 minutes at a time on a continuous basis, 20-60 minutes on
occasionRequires ability to understand and relate to specific ideas
one at a time and to the concepts behind specific ideas; ability to
remember verbal and written tasks/assignments from a few hours to
several day periodsPosition requires sitting approximately 60% of
time standing/stooping/bending/ climbing approximately 20% of time;
and walking approximately 20% of timeExcellent computer software
skills necessary to produce accurate documents and materials
requiredRequires ability to work effectively under minimal
supervision; exercise excellent, sound professional judgment and
maintain confidentiality What you get: We offer a competitive
benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life
insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(k) Savings Plan.
Keywords: Vital Caring Group, Port St. Lucie , Physical Therapist Assistant, Healthcare , Port Saint Lucie, Florida
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